DARAPRIM vs PYRIMETHAMINE
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
New
68/100
Pharmacy pays
~$4110.26 /30
~$4110.26 /30
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
PYRIMETHAMINE
PYRIMETHAMINE
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Tablet
Tablet
Drug class
Dihydrofolate Reductase Inhibitor Antimalarial
Dihydrofolate Reductase Inhibitor Antimalarial
Boxed warning
None
None
Treats
Toxoplasmosis, Falciparum Malaria, Aids-Related Opportunistic Infections
Toxoplasmosis, Falciparum Malaria, Aids-Related Opportunistic Infections
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Daraprim or Pyrimethamine?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $4110.26 for a 30-count supply, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.
What is the difference between Daraprim and Pyrimethamine?
Both Daraprim and Pyrimethamine share the active ingredient Pyrimethamine.
Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.